Saudis Say Airstrike in Yemen Targeted Arms From U.A.E.
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen conducted an airstrike on a port in al-Mukalla, southern Yemen, on Tuesday, targeting an arms shipment allegedly destined for the Southern Transitional Council (S.T.C.), a separatist group backed by the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.).
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Open questions and key claims
The S.T.C. described the operation as a battle to liberate South Arabia and build a modern federal state.
The group on Wednesday referred to a “Promising Future” operation.
The Southern Transitional Council framed the advance as a necessary step to “restore security.”
The Southern Transitional Council (S.T.C.) has framed the advance as a necessary step to “restore security.”
Alimi called on the STC to return to barracks.
The eight southern governorates “are under the protection of the Southern Armed Forces”.
Eight southern governorates “are under the protection of the Southern Armed Forces”.
STC hopes for expanded cooperation with Washington — militarily, diplomatically and economically.
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